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@madeinoz.bsky.social

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I support democracy, animals, kindness, good hearts anywhere in the world. Love gardens, cooking, coddiwompling, books and historical houses.

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · Nov 21

This is what leaving the X place feels like. Let's keep the Sky place a place to heal, invigorate, motivate, energize, share, care, and reclaim ourselves, our power and strength.

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 1d

Israel is not going to stop, is it ? Posted in Hebrew by Israel Katz.

Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 2d

The blueberries are coming along well, and I'm hopeful that I've confounded the usual bird gang this year. Despite my best efforts, they have not learned the meaning of sharing. 😅 🌱

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 2d

www.sbs.com.au/news/article...

Saving money and packing 'go bags': How Australians in the US are preparing for the worst

With changes to visas and growing scrutiny of foreign nationals, Australians in the US say they feel uncertain about their futures.

www.sbs.com.au

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 3d

I guess we all know where his brain is now. It's sure not in his head.

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God @thegodpodcast.com · 4d

Thou shalt not shoot pastors in the head with smoke bombs. I shouldn’t have to say this.

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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 4d

Sometimes we need a moment, but if you tune out completely, they win. Fascism doesn’t need your support, just your silence.

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 4d

I have noted how Netanyahu keeps saying he will continue to rigorously defend Israel in the peace process. We all know what that means.

Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 4d

They aren't targeting illegals, they're violently targeting anyone who doesn't match the Aryan description of America.
They were legal immigrants, much like many others who are targeted and terrorised.
Who are the domestic terrorists again ?

x.com/LongTimeHist...

LongTime🤓FirstTime👨‍💻 on X: "ICE smash car window & drag 2 sisters out—in front of elementary school at pick up time. 13 masked agents surround car—while children yelled "It's ICE!" running away in fear. "My name is Jocelyn, I'm from Cicero," she cries. "They forced us out of the car, they followed us... https://t.co/8JFzpO46MP" / X

ICE smash car window & drag 2 sisters out—in front of elementary school at pick up time. 13 masked agents surround car—while children yelled "It's ICE!" running away in fear. "My name is Jocelyn, I'm from Cicero," she cries. "They forced us out of the car, they followed us... https://t.co/8JFzpO46MP

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 4d

www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...

Federal agents knock down elderly couple during Portland protest

An 84-year-old said she sustained a concussion and was hit with a projectile after she and her husband, a Vietnam vet, were knocked down by federal officers.

www.oregonlive.com

Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 6d

A vase full of homegrown pleasure 🙏🌱

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 8d

The Price Of Apathy Towards Publc Affairs Is To Be Ruled By Evil Men - Plato.
Apathy, Ignorance, and Fear are the tools that all monstrous regimes rely upon.
Don't give it to them - Me

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Cristian Farias @cristianfarias.com · 8d

This video of Chicagoans intervening to save a man from being abducted off the streets by ICE is making the rounds on Instagram.

Community action works.

Source: www.instagram.com/reel/DPZL2AL...

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 8d

Is this the much sought-after HQ of Antifa that those with twisted hearts filled with greed hatred and tyranny disguised as patriotism and Christianity would have you believe ?

youtu.be/9AjkUyX0rVw?...

U.S.A. For Africa - We Are the World

YouTube video by USAforAfricaVEVO

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 8d

A beautiful,intelligent, compassionate, and wise soul. 🥰🌎
Let's get that rocket ready.

KOJAMF🤘🖤🤘 @kojamf.bsky.social · 8d

Dr. Jane Goodall filmed an interview with Netflix in March 2025 that she understood would only be released after her death.

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Monica Maalouf, MD @maaloufmd.bsky.social · 10d

My husband was detained by ICE today

Juan Muñoz, an American citizen, father of 2, and local government official, was peacefully protesting w. other elected officials. He was assaulted and taken away

I have had zero contact or updates since

#SOS
@duckworth.senate.gov @durbin.senate.gov

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Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 11d

He's insane and it's getting worse.

Jan @madeinoz.bsky.social · 11d

Several countries have posted statements on the kidnapping of their citizens from international waters by Israel hours ago.
From Australia...Nothing !!!
A flat footed disgrace.